2005 Tata Mint vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Tata Mint is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Tata Mint, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Tata Mint | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Mint | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |